Women in Insurance

Is it a bad time to start looking for remote work? My mother is sick, and it would make such a huge difference being able to be closer to her during the day in case she needs anything. I’ve been seein… more

I need a new show to obsess over because I just finished my last binge and now I feel lost. What are you ladies watching lately that you can't get enough of?

I've been applying to numerous companies for a few years now and have barely received any feedback. I have 15 years in this industry and I'm worried if my resume timelines could be creating an… more

I have been tasked with getting one of my direct reports ready for her own team. I'm still feel fairly new as a coach myself and didn't get this "training" when I switched over. What… more

Has anyone ever switched jobs because of a toxic coworker that is not your boss but is still in a higher level role than you who you have to work with daily? Are you glad you did?

Anyone else frustrated by the lack of maternity leave policies in the U.S.? I’m trying to plan for a family, but realizing my job offers basically no support. What does your job give you?

I have a 4-day work trip to New York and I’m struggling to pack light. Between the heels for meetings, boots for the weather, and layers to stay warm, my carry-on is already full. Should I just check … more

Is anyone else just completely burned out with work? The culture at my current company is awful, but the thought of starting somewhere new feels like trading one headache for another. Is this just wha… more

Hello everyone. Did any of you make a career change from Insurance to law. If so, did the knowledge in the insurance field help you in the new career? Is there any chance to finish law school while working full t… more

Has anyone switched from brokering to risk management (at a large Fortune 500 company)? I’m considering this as it would be a significant pay bump and attractive title but part of me is worried about … more

I spend way too much time hunched over my laptop, and it’s killing my posture. I’ve been thinking about trying a posture bra but have no idea where to start. Has anyone used one that actually works, a… more

I feel like I’m barely holding it together at work with this difficult pregnancy. Between the nausea, exhaustion, and doctor’s appointments, I’m falling behind and worried about how long I can keep th… more

How do you handle coworkers who love to gossip? It’s starting to create tension in the office, and I’m not sure whether to confront it or just ignore it. I want to maintain a good relationship with my… more

Has anyone left a major insurance company and started their own independent agency? Was it worth it? Any tips on getting started? I feel like I’ve been doing this long enough and want to start my own … more

Does anyone else struggle to make friends at work? I've been in this job for almost a year and office is super cliquey. I always feel like I’m the odd one out at lunch and work events. I want to b… more

Okay, what’s the easiest pet to keep alive and make a kid happy? My daughter is begging for something to love, but my husband and I are slammed with work. I want to bring something home that is low ma… more

I’m naturally upbeat and chatty at work, but sometimes I feel like people don’t take me seriously because of it or think I’m not professional enough. It’s like there’s no space for a positivity withou… more

Hello, I've been in insurance since I graduated college in 2002... I have done a lot from writing policies to adjusting claims to include Casualty, Commercial Lines, GL/ABI & high dollar subro… more

My coworker quit last week, and my manager dropped it on me Friday that some of their responsibilities are now mine. This is the second time they've added more tasks to my plate, and I’m already d… more

Starting the week with a mountain of claims to review, and I’m already feeling the pressure. Between deadlines, follow-ups, and making sure nothing falls through the cracks, it can get overwhelming fa… more

I just started a new job and the onboarding process has been a nightmare! Barely any formal training so I guess I'm expected to just wing it. No clear expectations and my manager is very hard to g… more

Is it weird going on a first date on New Year's Eve, or romantic? I've been talking to a guy for about 2 weeks and he just asked if I'm interested in going out for NYE, I haven't respo… more

I’ve been working in policy servicing for 7 years now and really want to shift into underwriting. I’m considering going back to school in 2025 to get my CPCU designation, but with a full-time job and … more

This is exactly the kind of analysis I was looking for. I've been so nervous about making the leap into retirement with everything going on in goverment, but seeing that market conditions are favorabl… more

Seriously, the day after Christmas? It feels so rushed. We barely had time to open presents, let alone properly relax and enjoy the holiday with family. I'm already counting down the days until th… more

Being single during the holidays means one thing: I don’t have to share my box of chocolates. But on the flip side, putting up the tree alone is… less fun. What’s the one thing you do to make the holi… more

My goal for 2025 is to be more present with my family. I’m always glued to my phone or distracted by work, but this year I want to spend more quality time with them. What are your tips for unplugging?

I messed up this year again and waited till the last minute to get gifts and wrapping paper 😅 How’s everyone else surviving the Christmas chaos?